How To Fix GU925 - Enter global companies only

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GU - FI-SL utilities

• Message number: 925

• Message text: Enter global companies only

What causes this issue?

You can only enter global companies because the tables to be compared
are both global.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GU925 - Enter global companies only ?

  The SAP error message GU925 ("Enter global companies only") typically occurs when a user attempts to perform an action that requires the selection of a global company, but the company code or entity selected does not meet the criteria for being a global company. This error is often encountered in the context of financial transactions, intercompany postings, or when working with global settings in SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Non-Global Company Code: The company code you are trying to use is not defined as a global company in the system.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings in the SAP system may not be set up correctly to recognize the company code as a global entity.
  User Role/Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or perform actions related to global companies.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Company Code Settings:
  
  Go to the transaction code OBY6 (or SPRO -> Financial Accounting -> General Settings -> Define Global Company).
  Verify if the company code you are trying to use is marked as a global company. If not, you may need to adjust the settings or consult with your SAP administrator.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the global company settings are correctly configured in the system. This may involve checking the configuration for intercompany transactions or global settings.
  
  
  
  User Authorization:
  
  Check if the user has the necessary authorizations to access global companies. This can be done by reviewing the user's roles and authorizations in the SAP system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on how to configure global companies and the implications of the settings.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OBY6, SPRO, and others related to company code configuration.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Manuals: Review user manuals or training materials that cover financial accounting and company code management in SAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the GU925 error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.